10-14-2014, 03:14 AM
I gave a try to this type.
The grip was something which kept me wondering how it was done. The usual method to attach the ring implies the grip is applied over the finished object like it is usually done. And thats the way used in most reproductions: sandwiched with Wood scales and cord plus leather. But it seems so middle age that I wanted to try something different.
So I tried hemp cord. I dyed it dark red.
The blade is lenticular , somewhat stiff. I suspect that all lenticular blades of this type are in fact octagonal corroed or carelessly repolished during their lifetime. But I made it lenticular anyway. Forged AISI 5160 Steel. The ring is riveted to the tang.
The scabbard is, as can be seen, Green dyed sheepskin. Pelta chape, bridge, both with garnet. I saw some examples with wire and I borrowed the idea.
Feel free to express how much out of autenticity I was.
The grip was something which kept me wondering how it was done. The usual method to attach the ring implies the grip is applied over the finished object like it is usually done. And thats the way used in most reproductions: sandwiched with Wood scales and cord plus leather. But it seems so middle age that I wanted to try something different.
So I tried hemp cord. I dyed it dark red.
The blade is lenticular , somewhat stiff. I suspect that all lenticular blades of this type are in fact octagonal corroed or carelessly repolished during their lifetime. But I made it lenticular anyway. Forged AISI 5160 Steel. The ring is riveted to the tang.
The scabbard is, as can be seen, Green dyed sheepskin. Pelta chape, bridge, both with garnet. I saw some examples with wire and I borrowed the idea.
Feel free to express how much out of autenticity I was.